Vincent Weijers announces departure as CEO of AutoBinck Group

Utrecht, May 29, 2026

After leading AutoBinck Group through a period of strategic transformation, Vincent Weijers has decided to step down as CEO of AutoBinck Group and take up a role outside the company. He will remain fully committed in his role until August 1. The Supervisory Board will manage the succession process. Next steps will follow before August 1. ‍

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Paul Verheul, Chairman of the Supervisory Board:

"The Supervisory Board is deeply grateful to Vincent Weijers for the way he has guided AutoBinck Group through a challenging period, providing stability and bringing the group in the right direction. Vincent brought humanity, clarity, and the willingness to make necessary and impactful decisions. We regret his decision but fully respect it. We congratulate Vincent on his new position and wish him every success in this new chapter of his career.

The Supervisory Board will manage the succession process. Next steps will follow before August 1. In the meantime, continuity and day-to-day leadership remain firmly in the hands of Vincent and the Executive Board.”

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Vincent Weijers, CEO of AutoBinck Group:

“Leading AutoBinck Group through a period of strategic transformation has been an intense and rewarding journey. Together, we renewed focus on the core of the business by actively managing the portfolio and strengthening financial performance. After this transformative period, I believe the company is ready for new leadership. I would like to emphasize that this was not an easy decision for me.

I am proud of what we have achieved together and deeply grateful to all my colleagues, the Executive Board, the Supervisory Board, and our shareholders for what has been a truly enriching chapter in my career. I wish the remarkable 119-year-old AutoBinck Group and the Lauret family every success in the next 119 years!

I have accepted a new opportunity outside the company, starting August 1. Until then, I remain fully committed to my responsibilities as CEO of AutoBinck Group.”

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The shareholders of AutoBinck Group:

‍“We are very grateful to Vincent Weijers for the way he has led AutoBinck Group through this transition period. With renewed focus, continuity, and a strong emphasis on the core activities of our family business, we are confident the company is well positioned for the next phase.”
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